Senior Accountant - Carbondale IL

Turning Numbers into Strategy

Are you an experienced accounting professional who enjoys solving complex financial challenges and making a meaningful impact? At SIU Credit Union, our Senior Accountant is more than a financial expert—you are a trusted advisor who helps guide sound decisions, ensures financial integrity, and supports the success of our members and community. If you're looking for a role where your expertise drives real results, we'd love to meet you.

We are built on a simple idea: "People Helping People." We're working for our members, our employees, and our neighbors to keep our community's finances strong. We believe in creating a supportive environment where collaboration, service, and integrity help Southern Illinois thrive.

As our Senior Accountant, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the financial strength of the credit union. You'll prepare key financial and regulatory reports, analyze financial performance, support operational initiatives, and provide insights that help leadership make informed decisions. Your work ensures accuracy, compliance, and accountability while helping us deliver exceptional service to our members.

• Drive Financial Excellence: Prepare financial reports, maintain ledger accuracy, and support month-end accounting activities.
• Provide Strategic Insight: Analyze financial data and support budgeting, forecasting, and organizational decision‑making.
• Support Operations: Assist with bookkeeping, EFT, and card services functions to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Ensure Compliance: Prepare regulatory reports, support audits, and maintain compliance with financial standards and policies.
• Lead Through Expertise: Share knowledge, support team development, and help solve complex financial challenges.

• The Heart: A genuine desire to help others through your technical expertise.
• The
  
  Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Required).
• The
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of five years of accounting or auditing experience.
• The
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong PC skills, clear communication, and a knack for sound judgment.
• The Essentials: Must be bondable and detail-oriented. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Community Impact: See the direct results of your work in your own backyard.
• Collaboration: A culture that ditches "us vs. them" for a supportive team environment.
• Professional Growth: Gain exposure to strategic projects, financial analysis, and organizational leadership.
• Meaningful Work: Use your expertise to help guide the future of a member‑focused financial institution.
• Benefits: Paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance options, 401(k) profit share options.

• Status: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt
• Location: On‑site – Carbondale, IL
• Reports To: AVP of Finance

Ready to Join Us? If you're ready to start a career where people come first, click Apply to start the conversation!

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